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Hormones in Reproduction and Fertility Practice Questions

Question 1

Q1. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)

Define gamete.

Question 2

Q2. Application of Knowledge (2 marks)

Explain the role of the testes in the male reproductive system.

Question 3

Q3. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)

Name the hormone that triggers ovulation.

Question 4

Q4. Data Analysis (3 marks)

The graph shows the hormone levels of progesterone and oestrogen during the menstrual cycle.

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Explain how the hormone levels change before and after ovulation.

Question 5

Q5. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)

State one function of the corpus luteum.

Question 6

Q6. Application of Knowledge (2 marks)

Explain how fertilisation can be prevented using hormonal methods of contraception.

Question 7

Q7. Data Analysis (3 marks)

A study recorded the age of women who had their first child. The following data was collected:


Age (years): 22, 25, 24, 30, 27, 26, 29, 32, 28


Calculate the mean age of women who had their first child.

Question 8

Q8. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)

Name the hormone that is produced in response to low blood glucose levels.

Question 9

Q9. Application of Knowledge (2 marks)

Explain the role of the pancreas in maintaining blood glucose levels.

Question 10

Q10. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)

Define homeostasis.